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Delhi, NY Posted:

Aug 12, 2026

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Full-time Salary Type:

Annually Salary Range:

$49,454.00 - $49,454.00

Position ID:

203447

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Job Description:

SUNY Delhi seeks a dynamic and engaging University Police Communications & Security Specialist to work as part of the University Police team. SUNY Delhi prides itself on being a welcoming college community for all. Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are integral components of the highest quality academic programs and the strongest campus climate. The college seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that inclusive excellence will be affirmed. University Police Communications and Security Specialists provide communications, security, and public safety services within a 24/7 operation in the University Police Department on the SUNY Delhi campus. The primary responsibilities are to function as the initial point of contact between the police and the public, perform dispatching activities, and use various databases, online systems, and multiple video sources. They have neither peace nor police officer status. University Police Communications and Security Specialist 1 function under the direction of the University Police Department shift supervisor, typically a University Police Officer 2. Incumbents are given directions regarding assignments, briefing on current problems at the beginning of the shift, and instruction in job-related law enforcement techniques.

Requirements:

The successful candidate must: Be reachable for appointment on a present, permanent Civil Service eligible list for University Police Communications & Security Specialist I, or

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Have previously held the University Police Communications & Security Specialist I Title. If appointed to this position, candidates must obtain a Security Guard Photo ID from the NYS Dept of State within 90 days of appointment, which requires an 8-hour pre-assignment course.

Note:

If you are not active on the Civil Service list and have not taken the test, you must meet the minimum qualifications to sit for the exam.

Exam requirements are:

Either 1. one year of full time experience as a Police or Peace Officer; Or 2. one year of full time experience as a dispatcher for a public safety agency including fire departments, emergency medical services, or law enforcement; Or 3. one year of active service and an Honorable Discharge from the United States military, where you served as a dispatcher or military police/security personnel; Or 4. 30 semester college credit hours from an accredited school (see note #1).

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Summary:

•For the duration of the

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Program, this title maybe filled via a non - competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary

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employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under

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will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a

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title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified. The

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program for the state workforce expires on June 30, 2028.

Additional Information:

Appointment:

Full-time, Contingent Permanent Negotiation Unit:

21 -

NYSCOPA, Salary Grade:

10

Starting Salary:

$49,454

Schedule:

12 hr shifts, 7 to 7, days off rotate weekly, but are fixed.

Location:

University Police Department, SUNY Delhi This position offers full New York State

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benefits , which are among the most comprehensive in the country. SUNY Delhi has a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and Cultural Diversity. The College welcomes responses from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. SUNY Delhi is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct criminal background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit: Letter of interest Resume Contact information for three professional references Full consideration for this September 6, 2026 Position will remain posted until filled SUNY Delhi is an AA/EOE employer. SUNY Delhi does not discriminate. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Your application will not be accepted if you require sponsorship to work in the United States. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by